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Being philosophically-minded, I have always found the descriptions of the doctrine of karma by Eastern teachers to be frustratingly vague. So I set out to find out what, exactly, the doctrine of karma is, and why we should believe it. The resulting study is somewhat lengthy, so I have now broken it into small topics that you can read individually.

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Readings in the Theory of Karma

A selection of quotations from mostly Hindu scriptures and teachers, explaining all the major aspects of the theory of karma.

Problems in the Theory of Karma

An examination of the many difficult philosophical questions raised by the traditional Hindu theory of karma.

Evaluating the Theory of Karma

An attempt to evaluate the accuracy of the doctrine of karma, bringing a variety of different perspectives to bear upon the problem.

Buddhist Views on Karma

Taoist Views on Karma [Added Jan 21, 01]

A Sufi View of Rebirth: Bawa Muhaiyaddeen

A short article on a view of rebirth taught by a Sheikh of Islamic or Sufi mysticism.

Karma Bibliography

A listing of the works quoted and referenced in the previous sections.

The Hindu Theory of World Cycles

A systematic presentation of the theory of world ages described by Hindu scripture and its relationship to modern science. The system of ages described in the Puranas is described in detail, including kalpas, manvantaras, maha yugas, Satya Yuga, Treta Yuga, Dvapara Yuga, and Kali Yuga. Current scientific theories of evolution and periodic mass extinctions are also explored.

Links to Related Sites

Sites about karma and reincarnation, Hinduism and Yoga, and other metaphysical topics.


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